Russia Bronze (Silvered) Medal 1913 – 2nd All-Russian Handicraft Exhibition in St. Petersburg – Nicholas II (1894–1917).

127.83g. 64mm. VF/XF. 

Medalier: M. Skudnov (on obverse, М С at lower left).

Diakov 1547.1. Ae - R2.

The medal was silvered to enhance its appearance — a common historical practice intended to improve visual qualities by applying a silver or gold coating. In this case, the surface was silvered over existing nicks, scratches and areas of corrosion. It was also subtly darkened (patinated) to accentuate the finer details of the design. 

Obv.: Left-facing bust of Empress Alexandra Fyodorovna draped in a cloak, within a circular inscription divided at top by the Imperial crown; engraver’s initials at lower left.

Inscription around:

ГОСУДАРЫНЯ ИМПЕРАТРИЦА АЛЕКСАНДРА ѲЕОДОРОВНА

(Her Majesty Empress Alexandra Fyodorovna)

Rev.: Four-line inscription above an ornamental divider, all within a circular legend.

Inscription around:

ВТОРАЯ ВСEРОССІЙСКАЯ КУСТАРНАЯ ВЫСТАВКА 1913

(Second All-Russian Handicraft Exhibition 1913)

In field:

ЗА | ПОЛЕЗНЫЕ | ТРУДЫ | С . П . Б .

(For Useful Work | St. Petersburg)

The Second All-Russian Handicraft Exhibition took place in 1913 in St. Petersburg under the patronage of Empress Alexandra Fyodorovna. It aimed to promote traditional Russian crafts and recognize the contributions of rural artisans. Exhibitors were awarded medals and diplomas for excellence in various fields of applied and decorative art, reflecting the imperial government’s support for national industry and cultural heritage.